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This is a place where you can really get deep relaxation, spiritual progress and unwind from everyday stress and activities. I find that the energy here is very warm and welcoming. The staff are very nice and friendly, the ocean is beautiful, and the water is clean with great healing properties.

—Guest, Zagreb, Croatia

Experiential Course

November 10 — 14, 2019

Fall Cleanse, Detox, and Juice Fast

In this 5-day cleanse, you are invited to tune up and reset your natural body wisdom. This is a great time to prepare for winter and the holidays, when a combination of slowing down and over-consuming challenge our body. Come cleanse, rejuvenate, and invigorate — and firm up healthy habits for the months ahead.

This program initiates transformation on the physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual levels. You will experience a combination of fruit and vegetable juice fasting and raw food diet, all supported by detoxifying herbs and supplements. Yoga classes and beach walks will enhance digestion, elimination, and integration for optimum cleansing and health. Nutritional consultations are also available.

Benefits of this program include:

Cleansing of all organ systems of the body

Relieving congestion in the body and improving eliminative functions

Balancing digestion

Increased absorption of nutrients

Aid in weight reduction

Relief of fatigue and re-energizing the body and mind

Reduction of skin problems and easing pain and inflammation.

Please note This course is open to all; however, you must complete an online Detox Fasting Application prior to registering. If you have a severe chronic condition or are on medication, please consult your health-care practitioner.

Please note Participants are required to stay at the ashram for the length of the cleanse.

Please pack only natural, chemical-free body-care products for use during this program.

We highly recommend extending your stay to join the yoga vacation program, Detox Basics: Cleanse at Home so you can learn to detox in the comfort of your own home. Please expect $15 per day costs for supplies.

Manu Dawson is a certified Yoga Nutrition Therapist and Integral Yoga teacher, who has worked in the natural foods industry for over 25 years and directed hundreds of people in detoxification protocols. He is the manager of the Integral Yoga Natural Apothecary in New York City, where he offers one-on-one diet and nutritional consultations. Manu is a direct disciple of Swami Satchidananda, who was a direct disciple of Swami Sivananda.

Cost

Tuition: $450. Add 6 nights accommodation (plan to arrive on or before November 9, 2019 and depart on November 15, 2019 or later).

Please note A 12% Bahamian VAT tax will be added.

Total cost depends on your choice of accommodations and includes all sessions of your course/cleanse/training, meals, yoga classes, satsangs, as well as access to our beautiful beach and the ashram grounds and amenities. (Depending on your schedule, you may also attend optional mid-day Yoga Vacation workshops offered during your stay.)

Stay a little longer. If your schedule allows, consider staying for 2 to 5 days of Yoga Vacation before or after your course to fully integrate your experience. You will enjoy all that the ashram has to offer — healthy meals, yoga classes, meditation, spiritual practice, opportunities for relaxation, community talks, teachings, and performances — as well as optional daily workshops on topics of yoga, health, and spiritual inspiration.

Accommodations

Our housing options are designed for a range of budgets and personal needs and vary from self-pitched tents to luxurious beachfront suites to comfortable cabins. All of our accommodations are welcoming and simple, and the diverse spectrum allows you to relax and enjoy your time with us at the ashram.

Payments We accept Visa and MasterCard. We do not accept American Express, Discover, personal checks, or travelers checks. All deposits and payments in US dollars only.

Deposits To guarantee your reservation, a $300 deposit is required. The balance is due at least 14 days before your arrival; we will send you an email reminder a week before we process the balance.

Our rates are seasonal

Winter/Spring Season: November 1 – June 30

Summer/Fall Season: July 1 – October 31

The rates below are per person, per night, and are listed in US dollars. A Bahamian VAT tax of 12% will be added.

Beachfront Deluxe

Delight in breathtaking, wide-open views of the sparkling ocean from your own beachfront private balcony. Our Beachfront Deluxe Rooms are simple and spacious, furnished with two double beds and include a private bathroom with shower and tub. You will have a miniature refrigerator, kitchen sink, tea kettle, and tableware. These rooms are air-conditioned and available for reservations of at least two adults.

Beachfront Deluxe (per-person, shared)

Winter

Summer

$190

$160

Oceanview Deluxe

Relax into gorgeous views of the turquoise ocean from your balcony, and be within a stone’s throw distance from our beachfront yoga platform. Choose from either one king bed or two extra-long twin beds, and enjoy your own private bathroom with shower and tub. These spacious rooms also have a rocking chair, desk, and kitchen area with a small refrigerator, kitchen sink, tea kettle, and tableware. Fully air-conditioned, these rooms are available for reservations of at least two adults.

Oceanview Deluxe (per-person, shared)

Winter

Summer

$180

$150

Bayside Room with Bath (private or shared)

Our Bayside Rooms with Bath have two single beds and a private bathroom with shower and tub. Within a short distance of the bay, these rooms include simple furnishings, a small refrigerator, tea kettle, and air conditioning.

Bayside Room with Bath (per-person, shared)

Winter

Summer

$160

$135

Private or shared:

To book this room privately for yourself alone, the price will bedouble the per-person rate.

To share with a friend, please book this room privately for two people to ensure you are staying together.

If you are a solo traveler and would like to share this room, you can expect to be assigned a roommate of the same gender.

Classic Room with Double Bed

The Classic Room with Double Bed allows for single or couples occupancy. They feature one double bed, simple furnishings, and air conditioning. Situated in various locations throughout the ashram, shared bathrooms are always close by. The prices below are for one person, single occupancy. For couples occupancy, the prices per person are the same as those for the Garden Room (shared); see above

Classic Room with Double Bed
(per-person, shared)

Winter

Summer

$167

$138

Classic Single Room

Ideal for solo travelers, our Classic Single Room offers a comfortable space with one bed, simple furnishings, and air conditioning. Single rooms are situated in various locations throughout the ashram, including within our main building. Depending on the location of your room, various shared bathrooms are available within a few seconds walking distance.

Classic Single Room

Winter

Summer

$157

$128

Beach Hut (private or shared)

Fall asleep to the relaxing sounds of ocean waves. Our Beach Huts are comfortable, simple, and seconds from the beach. These shared rooms feature two single beds, simple furnishings, and air-conditioning. Full bathrooms are located within one minute’s walk from your room.

Beach Hut (per-person, shared)

Winter

Summer

$150

$120

Private or shared:

To book this room privately for yourself alone, the price will bedouble the per-person rate.

To share with a friend, please book this room privately for two people to ensure you are staying together.

If you are a solo traveler and would like to share this room, you can expect to be assigned a roommate of the same gender.

Garden Room (private or shared)

These Garden Rooms are shared rooms, situated within various locations of the ashram. Featuring two single beds and air conditioning, these rooms are simply furnished with shared bathrooms nearby. If you choose this room as a solo traveler, you can expect to share it with a roommate of the same gender.

Garden Room (per-person, shared)

Winter

Summer

$135

$105

Private or shared:

To book this room privately for yourself alone, the price will bedouble the per-person rate.

To share with a friend, please book this room privately for two people to ensure you are staying together.

If you are a solo traveler and would like to share this room, you can expect to be assigned a roommate of the same gender.

Tent Hut Double

Perfect for couples and close friends, our Tent Hut Doubles feature one double bed and allow you to sleep in the Bahamas breeze. Sized for two people, these Tent Huts are comfortably furnished with a simple closet, nightstand with bedside lamp and fan, and electrical outlets. Towels and bedding are provided for you, and shared bathrooms are a short walk away. Tent Huts are available from November through June.

Tent Hut Double (per-person, shared)

Winter

Summer

$119

not available

Tent Hut Single

Sleep in the fresh, tropical air while still enjoying indoor comforts — including a single bed, electrical outlet, simple furnishings, and a nightstand with bedside lamp and fan. It’s the easiest camping you’ll ever do, while you’re safely surrounded by your Tent Hut neighbors. Towels and bedding are provided for you, and shared bathrooms are a short walk away. Tent Huts are available from November through June.

Tent Hut Single

Winter

Summer

$109

not available

Dormitory

Make friends with interesting people from around the world! Our single-gender Dormitory accommodations are simple and comfortable, furnished with 3-4 single beds. They are located in various parts of the ashram, and shared bathrooms are nearby. Bedding and towels are provided.

Dormitory

Winter

Summer

$107

not available

Tent Space

Many of our guests are nature lovers. Set up your tent near the beach, bay, or amongst the palm trees. Create your own sacred space within in the ashram to reconnect with nature and sleep close to the earth. And you won’t be completely alone — get ready to meet “tent neighbors” from around the world! Bring your own tent (sized up to 8’x8’), camping gear, mattress, bedding, and towels. Tent Spaces are available from November through May.

Please bring the following items:

The ashram will supply filtered water during the Detox. You should drink 64 ounces of filtered water a day.

The course will offer a daily workshop with Manu Dawson. Topics covered will include:

Detoxification Practice and Physiology

Healthy Fat Loss

Healthy Aging

Heart Health

How to Become a Healthy Vegetarian

and much more.

FILL OUT DETOX QUESTIONNAIRE
64 OZ. WATER PER DAY
2 PROBIOTICS ½ HR BEFORE BREAKFAST OR UPON RISING
2 DETOX TABS BEFORE EVENING JUICE MEAL
CHLORELLA AT EVERY JUICE/MEAL
GREEN TEA AVAILABLE ALL DAY
GINGER TEA AVAILABLE ALL DAY
MILK THISTLE TEA EVERY OTHER DAY
2 DROPPER-FULL OF GREEN TEA EXTRACT PER DAY
FIBER AT NIGHT BEFORE BED, 1-2 HRS POST-BROTH = 1 SCOOP
BROTH EVERY NIGHT
PLEASE REPORT ANY MEDICAL CHALLENGES
COLONIC RECOMMENDATIONS AVAILABLE UPON RQUEST
TONGUE SCRAPERS SHOULD BE USED IF AVAILABLE
LOOFAHS MAY BE USED
LAXATIVES AVAILABLE AS NEEDED — VITAMIN C POWDER RECOMMENDED OR LAXATIVE HERBS — 5 DAYS
PLEASE FOLLOW PROGRAM

Daily Schedule
Your course schedule has been designed by the presenter to provide a holistic educational experience, and includes course presentation time, meal times, and free time for you to enjoy the beach and the grounds and participate in the ashram’s daily programs. Lines in bold type indicate required course times.

Ceremonies
It is the ashram tradition to open and close with a ceremony to bring auspicious blessings on each course.
8:15 am Inauguration Ceremony on first day of course
3:00 pm Graduation Ceremony on last day of course

Ashram Orientation and Tour
7:00 pm Guest Orientation on first day of arrival (meets at Reception)
11:00 am Ashram Tour and History on the first day of the course only (meets at Reception)

Guest Information

Arrival and Departure

All Courses (including the Yoga Teacher Training Course): Plan to arrive the day before the course begins and depart the day after it ends.

Yoga Vacation Programs: You choose your arrival and departure dates and can attend all or part of a particular program or special event.

Room check-in time: 3 pm

Room check-out time: 11 am

Getting Here

Fly directly to Nassau International Airport. Please note: the Bahamas is an independent country and you will need a passport to travel here. Most citizens from the US, Canada, and European countries do not need a visa to visit the Bahamas (you can verify whether you require a visa to enter the Bahamas at Bahamas.com or by contacting your local Bahamian Consulate).

Please note Visitors from some countries are required to have vaccinations before they can enter the Bahamas. Please check with your travel agent or local consulate to find out if you are required to have any vaccinations before your trip.

After collecting your luggage and passing through customs, Call us from a courtesy phone or airport pay phone (they take US coins) at 363-2902 or use WhatsApp (+1-242-559-3642) — let us know you are on your way and we will send our boat to meet you at our dock in Nassau. Then take a taxi to our dock at Elizabeth on Bay Marketplace and Marina in downtown Nassau. You can pay for the taxi with American or Bahamian dollars (you can use either currency throughout the Bahamas and at the ashram).

Our boat will pick you up from the dock and bring you to the ashram (an easy five-minute boat ride).